You will need to install the Developer, Personal, Evaluation, or Express editions on Windows XP. Standard and Enterprise edition can not be installed on Windows XP.
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Do you want to install the server software ?
What version of sql server 2000 are you trying to install ? Some versions are not meant to be installed on a client operating system, so if you try to install Enterprise edition, you will get a message saying that you can install only the client software.
Do you want to install the server software ?
What version of sql server 2000 are you trying to install ? Some versions are not meant to be installed on a client operating system, so if you try to install Enterprise edition, you will get a message saying that you can install only the client software.
Its always better to go through the system requirement before attempting to install anything on computer.
Request you to take a look at official Microsoft website link below
SQL Server System requirement
Regards,
Sarfaraz Ahmed
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